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LOT 1822
Medieval Lead Cross Pendant
12TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (17 grams, 42 mm).
With irregular square-section arms, pierced suspension hole, texture detailing. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Found UK.
From the collection of a Wiltshire, UK, gentleman, 1990s.
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